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Belgian Tapestry

Tapestry making is believed to have started during the Hellenistic period. Tapestries have been used by Kings and nobles in Greece for decorating their homes. Churches and common men also used tapestries for decoration. Tapestries that are centuries old have been preserved in museums. Today, tapestries are in demand the world-over. People of all cultures and societies use tapestries for decorating their homes, offices and gardens. Tapestries woven in textile, yarn or cotton are designed beautifully with various subjects and themes such as flower, landscapes, animals and wild life, romance, common man, life styles, social gathering, myth, historic events, works of famous artists, famous characters of great literary works and many others. On the basis of the theme and style of design, tapestries can be classified as Belgian tapestry, European, mediaeval, Oriental, Unicorn, Flanders and Chenille Tapestries.

Tapestries were widely produced during the 14th and 15th centuries in Belgium. Since then Belgian tapestry has been popular. Belgian tapestries are classic in their look. They come in elegant and sophisticated designs and colours. They are designed on the style of mediaeval arts based on historic events.

The two most famous Belgian tapestries are the Bayeux and the Beatrix tapestries. The Bayeux Tapestries carry 11th century historical events such as the Battle of Hastings, Mathilde, William the conqueror and Duke of Normandy. Beatrix tapestries depict romantic and nautical scenes. The Belgian tapestry is used as wall hangings, cushions, handbags, bolsters, throws and mats. Made of high quality materials, Belgian tapestry lasts long. You would love to have them for your home decoration. You can find Belgian tapestries of your choice for decorating your home and office.

Belgian tapestry carries mediaeval art based on historic events and hence are known as mediaeval tapestries. If you are looking for exclusive floral themes such as flower bouquet, flowers with leaves, wreaths and single flowers, there are floral tapestries. There are also art tapestries which are designed on the basis of famous works of art by legends like Claude Monet, Francois Boucher, Burne Jones and Michelangelo. All these tapestries are different from the Belgian tapestry which has a special look.

www.tapestries-tapestry.com has a wonderful collection of Belgian tapestry. Visit the website to know more about these tapestries and select the one that suits your style of home décor. Tapestries-tapestry gives more importance to quality product and services. The tapestries that they offer are also affordable.

 

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